João Gamboa
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors/M/
PortugalPlayer Info
João Gamboa is a Portuguese defensive midfielder who brings European discipline and steel to the heart of the Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors lineup in South Korea's K League 1. The 29-year-old, standing 187cm tall, is a classic destroyer in front of the back four, known for his tackling, positional sense, and ability to break up opposition play. His career began in Portugal's academy system before he gained valuable experience in the Swiss Super League with Servette FC. The move to Jeonbuk marked a new chapter, where his technical quality and defensive acumen have been highly valued in Asian football. With a market value of €500,000, Gamboa is a key component in one of Asia's most successful clubs, providing the platform for his more attack-minded teammates to flourish. His presence exemplifies the global reach of the modern game.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/07/06
Pogon Szczecin
Jeonbuk Hyundai MotorsSigned
2023/06/30
Oud-Heverlee LeuvenPogon SzczecinSigned
2023/06/29
EstorilOud-Heverlee LeuvenLoan Ended
2022/12/31
Oud-Heverlee LeuvenEstorilLoan
2022/07/10
EstorilOud-Heverlee LeuvenSigned
2020/07/15
MaritimoEstorilSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors
KOR K12026
Matches
Games Played
4
Games Started
1
Minutes Per Game
102
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
8
Accurate Passes Per Game
40
Key Passes Per Game
1
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
2
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
1
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
5
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
1
Be Fouled Per Game
1